What is the cheapest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona is to bus which costs $19 - $40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $40 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Harrisburg, Pa and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harrisburg Bus Station station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Harrisburg, Pa and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harrisburg and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

The distance between Harrisburg, Pa and Altoona is 131 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

The train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Station takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona bus from?

Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona train from?

Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Harrisburg station.

Train or bus from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

The best way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona bus arrive?

Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Where does the Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona train arrive?

Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Altoona Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

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There are 3 ways to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
2h 36m
$40–90
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
2h 55m
$19–40
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Altoonacar 117.2 mi
2h 49m
$22–31

Harrisburg, Pa to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Harrisburg, Pa, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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